Changes in posture and gait may simply be part of aging, but they’re not completely out of our control.My grandfather is 100 years old. He’s shorter now than when he was 75, and he stood taller at 50. I’ve always been curious about why and how this occurs. I imagine I’m not alone. From uamshealth.com: Dr. Pham Liem, a geriatrician at the UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2014
Marathons: Breaking Your Body
I’ve never understood it. Men and women reach middle age and it hits them. They tell their friends and family, “I’m running a marathon!” Whether it is the need to get in shape or an attempt to prove viability, running 42.195 kilometers (26 miles and 385 yards) has become the standard benchmark. Train for and run a marathon if you wish, just be aware that you’re not necessarily … [Read more...]
Uphill Biking
Here at Kaplifestyle, we’ve touched on walking quite a bit. Y’all know sprints are part of my weekly routine. I ride bikes less frequently, but perhaps it’s time to share the love with cycling uphill.You may remember the last time I mused about bikes. I was in town, mobbing the streets of Minneapolis for the All-Star Game. Now, I’m in Kansas City for the World Series, but … [Read more...]
Lethal Injections or Life Saving Vaccinations
Remember when there were no immunization shots and folks prevented disease with whole foods and exercise? Me neither. There has never been a moment in our lives when that statement was totally true.Yesterday, we touched on colds. Today, we’ll take a look at some of the more serious diseases out there. This post will take a deep dive into the world of vaccinations and their … [Read more...]
Fighting Colds? Reach for Berries
I’m crowning the berry the king of the cold-fighting fruit.Y’all know my diet consists of mainly animal flesh, eggs, veggies and fruit. Sure, I’ll throw in a few slices of sprouted wheat toast with almond butter in the mornings, and I’m no stranger to a steaming pot of black coffee, but my staples are consistent.I dig all fruit, but it’s not all created equal, … [Read more...]